Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Information - Symptoms and Treatment

Pityriasis rubra pilaris is a kind of rare skin condition that causes constant inflammation and scaling (exfoliation) of the skin. It is often initially mistaken for another skin disorder, usually psoriasis. PRP is not really a single condition, but rather a group of unusual eruptions that cause red scaly patches containing dry plugged pores. It may cover the entire body, or just the elbows and knees. PRP mostly affects adults over 40, but some children are also affected. The cause of PRP is unknown. Sometimes minor burns rashes and infections seem to trigger it. There is no blood test for PRP. It is usually diagnosed when a dermatologist, suspecting the condition, does a biopsy and specifically asks it to be checked for PRP. Sometimes PRP is suspected only after the usual creams, pills and even ultraviolet light treatments used for skin conditions have no effect.

What are the causes of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris ?

The exact cause of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris is not known yet there are possiblities of inherited metabolic defect.

Symptoms of pityriasis rubra pilaris

Symptoms of pityriasis rubra pilaris includes:

1) Appearnce of reddish-orange patches on the skin

2) Ssevere flaking, uncomfortable itching, and thickening of the skin on the feet and hands.

3) Swelling of the legs, feet and other parts of the body

4) Head, neck and upper trunk as a red scaly rash.

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